Highlights of Kerala - 13 Days
Product Code: 691212
OVERVIEW

Highlights

  • • Experience and enjoy a traditional Kathakali dance show.
  • • Historic Parsi Synagogue, Dutch Palace, St Francis Church, Fort Cochin, colourful boats and Chinese Fishing nets on the waterfront in Kochi.
  • • Enjoy the visit of picturesque lush green hill station and tea plantations, Munnar.
  • • The protected Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and Lake - elephant and tiger reserve.
  • • Tropical Kumarakom and the famous Keralan backwaters.
  • • Cruising through Kerala's famous tropical backwaters on a rice boat, Alleppey.
  • • Experience the scenic views of Mararikulam.
  • • Get to know about the amazing history & culture life of South India.
Tour Code
691212
Duration
13 day
Departure City
Cochin
End City
Cochin
Language
English
Itinerary
Day 01
Cochin

Arrival at Cochin

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel or similar

On the day of arrival at Cochin airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

Visiting Attractions

  • Cochin Cochin
Day 02
Cochin

At Cochin

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day sightseeing tour to Cochin visit, Fort Kochi, Jewish synagogue, St.Francis Church, Marine Drive, Hill Palace, Dutch Palace, Pareekshit Thampuran Museum, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Bolgatty Island, Indo Portuguese Museum. In the evening time enjoy the kathakali dance show, one of India's most famous classical dances with lavish costumes, exotic makeup & masks intensify the beauty of the dancers, intricate moments. Overnight at Hotel.

Visiting Attractions

  • Cochin Cochin

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 03
Cochin

Cochin - Munnar (130 Kms / 4 Hrs)

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Munnar “Scenic hills of Kerala”, via en-route enjoy the scenic beauty & the marvelous waterfalls of Kerala with high mountains and the low flying clouds passing by. Upon arrival at Munnar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

Visiting Attractions

  • Cochin Cochin
  • Munnar Munnar

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 04
Munnar

At Munnar

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Munnar, visit the Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Old Munnar Town and the town market. In the evening, enjoy a walk at Tea Estate or free for own activities. Overnight at Hotel.

Visiting Attractions

  • Munnar Munnar

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 05
Munnar

Munnar - Periyar/Thekkady (98 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Periyar. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary one of the biggest wildlife sanctuaries in India's which covers 777 Sq. Kms (300 Sq. miles) for a Tiger Reserve. Upon arrival at Periyar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. In the evening, enjoy a walk around Estate or free for own activities. Overnight at Hotel.

Visiting Attractions

  • Munnar Munnar

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 06

At Periyar/Thekkady

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day sightseeing tour to Periyar visit Bamboo Rafting & Border Hiking are a unique program available in Periyar, Also enjoy the Elephant safari at Periyar wildlife sanctuary, Kumily and Mangala Devi Temple. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 07

Periyar/Thekkady - Kumarakom (110 Kms / 3 Hrs)

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Kumarakom “Town of Backwaters”. Upon arrival at Kumarakom check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Kumarakom, visit Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Kumarakom Beach, Kumarakom Backwaters and Bay Island Driftwood Museum. Also enjoy the boat ride to Pathiramanal Island. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 08

At Kumarakom

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later day free for leisure activties. Later afternoon proceed for backwaters cruise in a traditional shikara boat through narrow canals. This cruise explores these picturesque waterways, passing boats carrying loads of coir, copra and cashews and, along the water's edge, numerous churches and marketplaces. Overnight at Hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 09
Alleppey

Kumarakom - Alleppey (32 Kms / 1 Hrs)

Hotel: Standard House Boat or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for backwater to enjoy the houseboat journey. Upon arrival at Alleppey check-in to your pre-booked houseboat for night stay. Later proceed for backwaters & lagoons on Alappuzha, Enjoy your lunch and dinner at houseboat. Evening walk around the local street of Alappuzha. Overnight at Houseboat.

Visiting Attractions

  • Alleppey Alleppey

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Included
  • D:Included
Day 10
Alleppey

Alleppey - Mararikulam (14 Kms / 30 Mins)

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at houseboat, later check out and drive to Mararikulam. Upon arrival at Mararikulam check-in to your pre-booked resort for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Resort.

Visiting Attractions

  • Alleppey Alleppey

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 11

At Mararikulam

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Resort.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 12

At Mararikulam

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel or similar

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Resort.

Meal

  • B:Included
Day 13
Cochin

Mararikulam - Cochin (50 Kms / 2 Hrs) and Departure

Meal: B:Included

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Cochin airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.

Visiting Attractions

  • Cochin Cochin

Meal

  • B:Included
Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • 12 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.
    • Assistance during arrival and departure.
    • 12 Breakfast at Hotels, 1 Lunch & 1 Dinner at House Boat.
    • All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.
    • Local English speaking guide at Cochin.
    • Experience the wildlife at Eravikulam and Periyar National Park.
    • Enjoy a boat ride at Preiyar Lake.
    • Visit to Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary.
    • One mineral water bottle per person per day.

Package Excludes

    • International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip
    • All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals that tour guide arranges
    • Optional tours (Items and prices may vary due to different seasons and are subject to the final confirmation made by tour guide when on tour.)
    • Monument entry fees
    • Visas Fee (if applicable)
    • Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
    • Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you'll receive after booking)
Special Notes
    • Frequently Asked Questions
      Are airport transfers included in this tour?
      - Yes.
      Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
      - Yes.
      Are the local guides are available other language?
      - Yes, All language local guides are available as per request.
      Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
      - Yes.
      Can I join the tour once it has departed?
      - Yes, although you will have to make your own way to where the group is heading to out of your own expense.
      Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
      - Yes.
      Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?
      - Absolutely. Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.
      Do you require a visa for this holiday?
      - Only for foreign national traveler.
      Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
      - Most of the places you will get free Wi-FI.
      Is the transportation is air conditioned?
      - Yes.
      Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
      - Yes.
      Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
      - Yes. .
      What currencies are required for this tour?
      - Currency always depend on the country.
      What documents will I receive before I travel?
      - You will receive all the booking pack with all the pick up times.
      What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
      - 100% departure if there is single traveler.​​​​​​​
      What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
      - Please speak to our sales team as soon as possible to see how we can help.​​​​​​​
      What is the maximum group size?
      - 10​​​​​​​.
      What is the standard of the hotels on the tour?
      - 3 Star​​​​​​​.
      What is the tipping policy?
      - Tips always optional.​​​​​​​
      Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
      - Yes.
      Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
      - Yes.
  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 2 people.
* Child with a bed enjoys the same price as an adult.
  • * The final tour rates already include possible booking fee, handling fee, and exchange rate loss.
  • Reservation Info

      1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
      2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
      3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
      4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

    Terms and Conditions

      - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
      - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
      - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
      - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
      - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.
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